JBL ASB6128 High Power 2 x 18 2242H SVG Driver

JBL ASB6128 High Power 2 x 18 2242H SVG Driver Subwoofer

The ASB6128 is a professional dual 18-inch subwoofer engineered for serious low-end authority in live sound and studio environments. This cabinet delivers articulate, room-filling bass that cuts through dense mixes without compromise, making it the foundation choice for engineers and performers who demand genuine sub-bass reproduction across demanding genres.

Power & Output Performance

With 2400 W AES transducer power rating (9600 W peak) and peak SPL of 142 dB across its operating range, the ASB6128 generates the visceral low-end authority required for larger venues and critical monitoring applications. The 102 dB sensitivity rating ensures efficient conversion of amplifier power into controlled, articulate bass response.

Design & Build Quality

The cabinet features 16 mm exterior-grade 11-ply birch plywood construction with a front-loaded vented design that optimizes driver performance and enclosure rigidity. Dual 100 mm voice coils on each 460 mm (18-inch) SVG Super Vented Gap driver provide enhanced cooling and reliable operation under sustained high-power conditions, while Mil-Std 810 and IP>3 rated construction ensures durability in professional touring and outdoor applications.

Key Features

• Two 460 mm (18-inch) SVG Super Vented Gap low-frequency drivers with 100 mm voice coils
• Frequency Response (±3 dB): 35 Hz – 1 kHz
• Frequency Range (-10 dB): 28 Hz – 1 kHz
• 2400 W AES transducer power rating (9600 W peak, 2 hours)
• Long-term system power rating: 1600 W (6400 W peak, 100 hours)
• Maximum SPL: 136 dB-SPL continuous average / 142 dB peak (30 Hz – 500 Hz)
• System Sensitivity: 102 dB-SPL (1W @ 1m, 30 Hz – 500 Hz)
• Nominal impedance: 4 ohms parallel or 8 ohms discrete-drive modes
• NL4 Neutrik Speakon and barrier-strip connectivity (up to 10 AWG wire / 9 mm spade lugs)
• 16 mm 11-ply birch plywood enclosure with front-loaded vented design
• Dimensions: 43.1 x 22.1 x 32.2 inches
• Net weight: 161 lbs

The ASB6128 is a workhorse subwoofer that handles demanding low-end work with professional reliability, allowing you to focus on your mix while it delivers the honest, uncompromised bass foundation your audience expects.